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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – ANDOVER, England, May 6, 2011 — Simplyhealth’s Annual Dental Survey 2011 shows that Brits could be risking their dental health with over a quarter viewing visits to the dentist as a ‘luxury’.
The survey of 10,000 UK adults found that men are the worst
offenders with over a third considering dentist appointments not essential.
19% also believe they can take care of their teeth themselves.
James Glover from Simplyhealth says: “It’s surprising that so
many people see visiting the dentist as a luxury. We’re not talking about a
holiday, or a new car, but protecting your dental health, which is an
everyday health need. Simplyhealth offers an affordable Simply Dental Plan to
help spread the cost of visiting the dentist. This covers check-ups,
treatment and emergencies.”
Younger people place less importance on their dental health,
with almost a third (31%) of 18-24 year olds saying visiting the dentist is a
luxury. In contrast 23% of over 55s see the dentist as a luxury, but 71% have
seen the dentist in the last year.
Practicing dentist and Simplyhealth’s dental advisor, Michael
Thomas, says: “It’s really important that individuals take the time to brush
their teeth twice a day and regularly visit their dentist. This isn’t just
important for the health of their teeth, but also for other health issues.
For example, research[1] suggests that poor oral health is associated with a
greater risk of a stroke and heart disease.”
Simplyhealth is currently running an exclusive ‘two months
free’ offer* to all new customers who purchase a Simply Dental Plan online
via http://www.simplyhealth.co.uk. For more information visit the website or
call 0800-072-6715.
*The two months free offer for new customers purchasing a
Simply Dental Plan online ends 30 June 2011.
www.simplyhealth.co.uk
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